[edwardsteiger]

I have a 91 4runner. When the engine is cool the engine starts no problem. Drive it for about a hour shut if off and the engine won't start until the starter cools off. What could I do to fix this. It has a heat sheild. 3.0 V6 engine.

 

[TPIJeep]

As starters age they get more sensitive to heat due to internal wear. Sounds like its time for a new starter and some heat wrap along with the sheild to help things out!

 

[edwardsteiger]

Sorry I forgot to say "brand new starterand battery"

 

[dog walker]

Brand new starter? What kind? A cheapo Kragan oe Autozone? If so, take it back and get a new one. Rebuilt starters are not always perfect.

 

[soopatoy]

i am having the EXACT same problem with mine. took it to many different shops and they dont even know what the deal is. i also got a brand new (not rebuilt) starter and optima battery and still does it.

 

[GonZu]

Guys. Rebuild the starter.

I think heat-sink (sp?) is the term
You're looking at the cost of a shop manual, rebuild kit,
and some elbow grease.
Chances are good that it's just the soleniod... maybe more tho.
Check the wires for corrosion/contact.

IMHO starters have a POS ratio of (3:1) - everytime you buy one (be it new, OEM, or rebuilt) you run the risk of something failing... Again and AGAIN !

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